Counsellor profile
Paul Phillips, NCPS
Counsellor - anxiety and addiction
See online counselling options- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
About Paul
Counsellor Paul Phillips is a member of the NCPS with six years' experience. He works with issues such as anxiety, depression, addiction, grief and relationship concerns. Sessions are in English and delivered from the United Kingdom.
Paul uses a mix of approaches to suit the person in front of him. He draws on client-centred work to listen and explore what matters to the client. He also uses cognitive behavioural techniques to spot unhelpful thinking and to try small changes that can ease symptoms.
His background includes psychodynamic ideas and solution-focused methods, so sessions may look at longer-standing patterns as well as practical short-term goals. That means conversations can range from digging into early experiences to setting a clear step to try before the next meeting.
Paul mentions particular experience supporting people with addiction, bereavement, anger, sexual and intimacy questions, eating and sleeping problems, and issues linked to parenting and fatherhood. He also lists work around men's issues, LGBT concerns, bipolar and ADHD where people want support.
Sessions are described as collaborative and practical. Paul asks about what a person wants to change, then works with them to plan steps and review progress. He asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and to book a first session through the online counselling options button.
Therapeutic approaches and how online counselling can help
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding how a person sees their life. It helps when someone needs a non-directive space to talk and to make sense of feelings. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at thinking patterns and behaviour. It gives practical techniques to reduce anxiety and low mood and to change unhelpful habits.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Paul will discuss goals and preferences and then agree a plan together. That means sessions can shift between talking things through, working on specific skills, or setting short-term steps to try between meetings.
The profile asks you to confirm which session formats are offered before booking, so check the available options. Many people find online counselling fits around work and family life because it reduces travel and can be scheduled for shorter check-ins or evening slots. Online sessions also make it possible to keep therapy going if someone moves or cannot attend in person. Ask about the exact session formats when you book to make sure they match your needs.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He lists stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, and other concerns such as eating, sleeping and parenting problems.
What approach does he use in sessions?
He combines client-centred listening with cognitive behavioural work and solution-focused methods, and may also use psychodynamic ideas depending on needs.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years' experience working in counselling and related areas.
Which professional body is he listed with?
He is listed with NCPS as stated in his profile.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to try counselling?
Use the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
Online counselling is not emergency care. In an emergency call 999, or see the help numbers.